Basic Supplies

1. Separate two segments of clay from package of Red Hot Red and condition with fingers or by running through pasta machine on thin setting until soft and pliable. Repeat with Granny Smith clay using one segment. Set pasta machine to 1/4" setting and run clay through machine to create squares that are approximately 3"x3". Use paintbrush to dust texture plate lightly with cornstarch. Place clay on texture sheets and run roller over clay, pressing to create texture in clay. Use tapestry needle to pierce holes in center of each square (for button holes).

2. Follow manufacturer's instructions to bake clay squares in oven on parchment-lined baking sheet. Remove from oven and let cool. When cool, place clay squares on dies and run through die-cutting machine creating two hearts, two circles, and one floral shape. Trim around edges if needed using craft knife.

4. On covered work surface, paint two shapes White, two shapes Red Pepper, and one shape Mocha. Use remaining paints to create patterns such as dots and swirls on shapes. Let dry. Press with iron.

5. Use rotary cutter and mat to cut two 15"x29" rectangles from green fabric. Cut ribbons to varying lengths of 8," 10," and 6". Pin ribbons and ornaments in place on one rectangle using straight pins.

7. Place rectangle right sides together and sew left, top, and right edges using 1/2" seam allowance. Leave bottom open for turning. Steam seams open with iron. Turn pillow right side out. Press on edges.